Bidspirit auction | GENTRY'S NESTS & EGGS OF

GENTRY'S NESTS & EGGS OF THE BIRDS OF THE UNITED STATES - Philadelphia: J.A. Wagenseller, 1882. 4to, contains 34 chromolithographed plates, bound in leather. Thomas Gentry originally published his landmark work in 25 parts in illustrated wraps containing 54 plates and accompanying text for each. Here is 34 plates, with the introductory text, as well as the wraps and full text for part 16, and the gilt-stamped spine from the full edition. Provenance: a Pennsylvania collection. NOTE: We are happy to answer questions and take additional photos of lots prior to the auction (the sooner submitted the better). Any updates or new photographs will be posted to the catalog on our website. Please check there prior to placing bids to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information. SHIPPING: We offer in-house shipping on all lots in this auction. Please see the terms for more information and contact us for a packing/shipping estimate.